Discover our locals' 129 hidden gems in Stockholm

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Nynäs Rökeri – Commuter Train + Smoked Seafood

It takes about 30 minutes for the train to "leave" the suburbs. You'll pass by stables and farmers. Look out for the typical Swedish countryside houses!

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Bjorn

Hermansson

Jan 9, 2025
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StikkiNikki – Most delicious way to cool down

StikkiNikki is my no.1 ice cream place in Stockholm. They're all homemade at the same small-scale local production facility — and have no additives!

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Maria

Drangel

Jan 9, 2025
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Centralbadet – Bathe in luxury

Centralbadet Stockholm is an art nouveau spa that was finished in 1904. It's also a restaurant & a popular spot for shooting films set in the 20th cen.

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Maria

Drangel

Jan 9, 2025
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Reimersholme – Foretaste of the inner archipelago

Reimersholme is one of the smallest islands that make up the city center of Stockholm. It's so serene, green and romantic, I forget I'm in the capital...

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Maria

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Jan 9, 2025
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City Hall – Culture and nature in one

The City Hall in Stockholm has an impressive history and is very nice to wind down after some major sightseeing. It's beautiful, central yet quiet!

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Maria

Drangel

Jan 9, 2025
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Karlbergs Castle – Hidden gem in the city centre

Karlbergs Castle in Stockholm is not open to visitors, but the beautiful and interesting park around is open daily and entry is free of charge!

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Maria

Drangel

Jan 9, 2025
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Gröna Lund – Versatile amusement park

Gröna Lund is an amusement park in Stockholm with an excellent location. I recommend their attractions Eclipse, Katapulten or Kättingflygaren...

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Maria

Drangel

Jan 9, 2025
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Augustendals 4H Farm – Fun for the kids

Augustendals 4H Farm in Stockholm is great for kids! Their 4Hs stand for head, heart, hand & health. Come here for horses, goats, cats, rabbits & hens.

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Maria

Drangel

Jan 9, 2025
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Aryam Gelato – Award winning ice cream

Every day, about 8-10 different flavours are made and sold here. If they ran out, they are out of that flavour for the day and everything is made fresh!

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Bjorn

Hermansson

Jan 8, 2025
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Brickyard – A Local Hot Spot

Whenever I visit Brickyard, I love ordering the lamb chilli, just the right amount of heat, and the meat is so tender after being slow cooked.

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Bjorn

Hermansson

Jan 8, 2025
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Lily's Burger – Good Burgers in Södermalm

Craving a burger in Stockholm? Head to Lily's Burger for 60s vibes, juicy smash burgers, crispy fries, and milkshakes even with rum!

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Bjorn

Hermansson

Jan 2, 2025
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Tweed – Greatest escape

"Tweed" Stockholm is one of my favourite bars to forget the outside world by sipping yummy cocktails in a friendly environment. Try the chesterfield...

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Camilla

Gestrin

Dec 31, 2024

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